쉬운 두브로브니크-네레트바 하이킹 및 워킹 코스

Great stretch of coastline 👍

Unobstructed view of the offshore island

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There are few fortifications in Europe as well preserved as the city walls of Korčula. The city on the island of the same name was once a bone of contention between the two maritime powers, Genoa and Venice. Even later, the walls protected the inhabitants from attacks by hostile powers. That the walls have survived the conflicts of the past centuries is still clearly visible today. It's no wonder the ramparts are a tourist attraction today.

Anyone who takes a stroll around Korčula's Old Town will always have Korčula's city walls in view. A promenade runs along the outer walls around the peninsula, following the route of the former battlements of the soldiers who defended the city. Notable features include several round towers, where historic cannons, once stationed here for defense against naval enemies, can still be seen today. The path is lined with numerous restaurants and cafés, located directly on or even on the city walls, creating a very special atmosphere.

The old town, surrounded by medieval walls and laid out in a herringbone pattern, is known for its good air circulation and shelter from the wind. It is considered one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the Mediterranean and is a candidate for UNESCO World Heritage status.

Very good "mega pizzas" at reasonable prices. Many families order the larger version and then share them. This works perfectly. They also have live music. We were there on a Saturday evening.

The island's history dates back to the 11th century, more precisely to 1023, the year a Benedictine monastery was founded. The name Lokrum (La-croma) comes from the Latin word acrumen, meaning "bitter fruit." A botanical tradition—and especially fruit cultivation—dates back to the Benedictine era. According to legend, Richard the Lionheart, returning from the Crusade in 1192, found refuge on the island after his ship sank. In gratitude, the king decided to build a church on the island; however, at the request of the citizens of Dubrovnik, the church was built in that city and not on Lokrum Island. Until 1798, the island remained under the auspices of the Benedictine order. Over the centuries, the order built and expanded the monastery and erected a basilica. Both were severely damaged by the 1667 earthquake. In 1798, the Benedictines left the island due to the suppression of the order, and the island remained abandoned until 1806, when it was occupied by the Napoleonic army and Fort Royal was built. Source: Wikipedia